Department: Mental Health and Addictions
Classification/Level: CS-3 ($25.00 per hour)
Employment Status: Temporary Part-Time (2x), Temporary Full Time (2x)
Reporting Relationship
The Shelter Workers will report to and work under the general guidance of the Community Connector Coordinator.
Job Summary
The Shelter Workers will carry out a variety of duties related to the operation of an emergency shelter including accepting referrals based on predetermined criteria, intake and orienting individuals, providing support and advocacy that meet the needs of individuals entering the shelter. Including but not limited to the provision of food, clothing, and support toward the resolutions of issues that have rendered them homeless. The Shelter Worker will focus on building and maintaining relationships and providing individuals with a safe space to sleep.
Essential Functions
- Performs shelter intake on established criteria; notifies the Drug Strategy Coordinator and identifies available services in and around community.
- Welcomes new individuals, informing them of the aid available, shelter rules and making them comfortable through methods such as providing support, supervision, food, clothing, and shelter.
- Observes individuals and their environments to ensure the safety of individuals and the premises by performing duties such as reporting unsafe conditions, incidents and/or behaviours, interacting with individuals including observing behaviour, investigating disturbances, dealing with emergencies in accordance with guidelines and reporting incidents to appropriate staff and/or authorities. De-escalate volatile situations through methods such as non-violent crisis intervention techniques
. - Gathers pertinent information to gain a better understanding of homelessness in the community and to assist in improving support services that are offered.
- And other related duties as assigned.
- Perform light housekeeping and maintenance duties to ensure a safe work environment
- Collect essential data using the EMR system
Qualifications
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Completion of a Certificate or Diploma in Human Services Field of Study
- Valid G License is an asset
- Valid First Aid and CPR or must obtain
- Knowledge of MFN community
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge/familiarity with related resources such as: Mental Health, Income Assistance, Harm Reduction, Trauma Informed Practice, Addictions Support organizations, etc. is an asset.
- Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others
- Ability to observe and recognize behavioural changes and resolve problems in individuals
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport individuals accessing services
Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) Rationale: M’Chigeeng First Nation and its agents are in a position of trust in services to band member children and/or vulnerable adults, so a safe and secure working environment is mandatory. Applicants must provide a VSS clear and/or dated of any convictions relating to sexual interference, sexual assault, or related charges. The VSS must be current 30-days and must be an original.
If you are interested in this opportunity, applicants must submit cover letter, resume, with three current references with contact information (two work-related and one character reference) and copies of education certifications to:
Shelter Workers
employment@mchigeeng.ca
c/o Human Resources
P.O. Box 333 M’CHIGEENG, ON P0P 1G0 (Fax 705-377-4980)
INCOMPLETE applications will not be considered. Preference will be given to Anishinabek people.
For Job Description, please contact Human Resources employment@mchigeeng.ca